Overburys road bike 1986

[Joe_Rides]

Overbury's Road Racer - Andy Powell Hand made to order - 1986 cost a fortune !! | eBay

I bought my first racer from Andy in Overburys many years ago and always wanted one of his hand built bikes. Andy is my second cousin and know his bikes and history well. It has been serviced and is ready to go.

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Looks nice.

 

[KermitGKona88]

Is @The History Man getting these built to order for him?

 

[The History Man]

Been on my watch list for ages. Already have one though.

 

[Chdot]

Not actually a “Road Racer” as described by the seller of course.

It’s a Connoisseur touring bike.

Presume Andy/Overbury’s only had one touring bike frame?

I’ve just got an ‘86 one too so it’s interesting to compare specs.

Mine clearly doesn’t have the original saddle, stem, rear mech or tyres. Unsure about the brake levers as they are Weinmann - the one above has Shimano, same as the cantilevers on both bikes.

The one above seems to have Shimano hubs with Overbury built wheels, mine has Maillard hubs - dated ‘86 - from the Midland Wheel Co.

Presume spec details were chosen by original bike purchasers, depending (partly l) on what they could afford?

 

[The History Man]

A few connoisseur on here. Nice bikes. Seem to come up regularly on fleabay at silly prices.

 

[Chdot]

Yes, I’ve seen your 25”!

Spectacular

Thing about “silly prices” - especially on eBay - is (obviously) how much the bidders are willing to pay on the day.

Also an understanding of what’s actually for sale - condition, equipment etc.

I’m sure people buying Mercians will be happy with their purchases.

But 531 + bits + name = x £s is a personal choice…

Condition is the extra piece of string to consider.

Incidentally is anyone currently making Overbury Connoisseur decals?

Of course the important thing is ‘does it ride well’.

Mine is on its first rough trail with some mud ride.

Very pleasant.

Bike too.

Needs a few things sorted, esp bar covering when I’ve finalised brakes (might have to try STIs, it’s a long reach to the downtube ).

 

[The History Man]

@gil_m on here has a set on file that I commissioned for mine. (Shameless picture opportunity)

 

[Chdot]

Thanks

Did/does your Connoisseur have decals on both chainstays?

 

[Chdot]

Added STIs today

Plus smaller chainring, bottle cage and different saddle